US Department of State: The US is concerned by the reports of clashes between Armenia and Azerbaijan

The U.S. is committed to the peace negotiations between Armenia and Azerbaijan. Spokesperson for the U.S. Department of State Matthew Miller said this at a press briefing, noting that Washington is concerned by the reports of military clashes between Armenia and Azerbaijan, which resulted in several casualties. 

“We offer our heartfelt condolences to the families of those killed and injured. The use of force undermines negotiations,” Miller said, noting that the only way to sustainable peace is at the negotiating table. 

“Any ceasefire violations should be investigated and properly addressed. As the Secretary continually emphasizes, the United States is committed to Armenia-Azerbaijan peace negotiations,” he said.

To remind, at 5:30 a.m. on Feb. 13, the Azerbaijani Armed Forces opened fire from small arms on the Armenian positions in Nerkin Hand. Four servicemen were killed, and another was wounded on the Armenian side.